Paycheck taxes in Virginia
Virginia has a progressive state income tax with rates from about 2% to 5.75% depending on income, on top of federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare.
Use the calculator above to see your Virginia take-home pay for any salary or hourly wage. It applies 2026 federal brackets, the standard deduction, Social Security (6.2% up to the $184,500 wage base), and Medicare (1.45%), plus Virginia state income tax.
2026 Virginia tax brackets (single filer)
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|
| Up to $3,000 | 2% |
| $3,000 to $5,000 | 3% |
| $5,000 to $17,000 | 5% |
| Over $17,000 | 5.75% |
The calculator doubles these thresholds for married filing jointly, a close approximation of Virginia's married schedule. Virginia's own standard deduction ($8,750 single) is applied first.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate take-home pay in Virginia?
Enter your salary or hourly wage above with Virginia selected. The calculator subtracts 2026 federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and Virginia state income tax to show your per-paycheck and annual take-home pay.
What is the Virginia state income tax rate?
Virginia uses progressive brackets ranging from roughly 2% to 5.75%. The calculator applies the bracket schedule along with 2026 federal brackets, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%).
Is this Virginia paycheck calculator accurate?
It provides close estimates using 2026 federal brackets and current Virginia tax rules, but excludes local taxes, most state-specific credits, and your W-4 details. It is not tax advice. Confirm important figures with a tax professional.
Sources: 2026 federal figures from IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32 and the Social Security Administration; Virginia rates from the Virginia Department of Taxation. Full methodology and figures on the guide.
Estimates only. Not tax, legal, or financial advice. See About for the full disclaimer, or the all-states paycheck calculator.